Mike Francesa reacts as the Knicks got huge performances at home from Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns to avoid elimination against the Pacers in Game 5. Can New York still rally for a spot in the NBA Finals?
The Knicks tried again to rally on the road and fell short in Indianapolis. Mike Francesa discusses New York's Game 4 battle with the Pacers, who won 130-121.
Mike Francesa reacts after the Knicks pulled out a gutsy win in Indianapolis in Game 3. Down big in the first half, New York pulled ahead and just held on in the fourth quarter. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Mike Francesa reacts following another devastating Knicks loss. New York had plenty of chances to win Game 2 at home, but couldn't hold off the Pacers. The Knicks now head to Indiana down 0-2 in the series.
Tyrese Haliburton hit a massive shot in the final seconds to send the game to overtime, where the Knicks would fall to the Indiana Pacers 138-135 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Mike Francesa shares his thoughts on a devastating Knicks loss.
Mike Francesa previews the NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Knicks and the Pacers and goes deeper into the Soto Situation for the Mets.
The Yankees took the first Subway Series of the year from the Mets with an 8-2 win on Sunday, thanks to a six-run 8th inning punctuated by a Cody Bellinger grand slam and multiple errors. Mike Francesa discusses the state of each team following the series and recaps the PGA Championship & Preakness.
The Mets bounced back in narrow fashion on Saturday at Yankee Stadium, using a Francisco Lindor sacrifice fly in the final frame to secure a 3-2 victory. DJ LeMahieu and Cody Bellinger both homered but those would be the Yankees' only runs of the afternoon. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the game and looks ahead to the Sunday Night Baseball rubber match tomorrow.
The Knicks would not be denied in Game 6 as they dismantled the Tatum-less Celtics 119-81 to advance to play Indiana in the Eastern Conference Finals. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the game. Mike also gives his thoughts on a solid Yankees victory in Game 1 of the 2025 edition of the Subway Series with the Mets, in Juan Soto's return to Yankee Stadium.
The Knicks failed to close out the series as they couldn't keep up with Boston in the second half. Mike Francesa reacts to Game 5 and questions whether or not the Knicks will get a win back in Madison Square Garden.
Mike Francesa discusses tonight's Game 5 clash between the Celtics and Knicks. He also breaks down the reinstatement of Pete Rose by MLB and answers your emails.
Once again, the Knicks were underdogs, and once again, they toppled the defending champion Celtics. New York now has a commanding 3-1 lead on Boston in the Eastern semifinals. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Mike Francesa reacts to a rough Saturday at MSG for the Knicks in Game 3. Boston jumped out to a 16-point lead after the first quarter and never looked back, ultimately cruising to the 115-93 victory. Payton Pritchard led all Celtics scorers with 23 points off the bench while Jalen Brunson topped the Knicks with 27. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
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The New York Knicks have, somehow, come back again. The second Celtics collapse in as many games have the Knicks going back to the Garden with a 2-0 lead. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to another stunner.
Mike Francesa reacts following the Knicks' dramatic Game 1 rally. Down 20 points, they came back to win 108-105 in OT. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Mike Francesa asses the Knicks' chances against the defending champion Boston Celtics in the second round of the NBA playoffs. Plus, Mike shares his thoughts on the current performances of the Yankees and Mets, and recaps Sovereignty's win at the Kentucky Derby.
Mike Francesa offers his predictions and insights for the 151st Kentucky Derby.
Jalen Brunson was a machine all night as he hit a huge three-pointer with time winding down to secure a 116-113 Knicks victory over the Detroit Pistons. Mike Francesa shares his thoughts on New York's shaky win in a back-and-forth game and why he wasn't fully confident in the team as they prepare to face the defending champion Boston Celtics in the second round. Plus, updates on the Yankees & Mets.
Mike Francesa reacts following the Knicks' close loss to the Pistons in Game 5. New York nearly rallied for a late comeback, but Indiana held on to force Game 6.
Mike Francesa reacts following a thrilling, and perhaps controversial, 94-93 win in Game 4. Karl-Anthony Towns hit a clutch three-point shot with under a minute left, and Jalen Brunson absolutely balled out after exiting the game briefly with an ankle injury. Mike also recaps how the Giants & Jets did in the NFL Draft and Abdul Carter's request for Lawrence Taylor's #56.
Mike Francesa reacts following the second day of the NFL Draft. The Jets selected TE Mason Taylor and Azareye'h Thomas, and the Giants took DT Darius Alexander. Plus, updates on the Mets and Yankees. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Mike Francesa reacts as NFL Draft Round 1 unfolds for the Giants and Jets. The Giants traded up to snag Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart.
Mike Francesa reacts following the Knicks' 118-116 victory in Game 3, giving New York a 2-1 lead over the Pistons. He also weighs in on early action in the first round of the NFL Draft.
Mike Francesa and NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum preview the NFL Draft, predicting key moves by the Giants, Jets, Cowboys, and others.
Mike Francesa reacts following the Knicks' Game 2 loss to the Pistons in Madison Square Garden. Jalen Brunson played 42 minutes and scored 37 points, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback. Get more Mike! Subscribe to the free Mike Francesa newsletter at mikefrancesapodcast.com
Mike Francesa reacts to Game 1 of the Knicks-Pistons series at Madison Square Garden. Saturday's contest saw Detroit lead by as many as nine points before a 21-0 fourth quarter run helped New York come from behind to take the opener. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 34 points while Karl-Anthony Towns finished the day with a double-double. Subscribe today to The Mike Francesa Podcast for more New York sports news, analysis, and breakdowns.
Mike Francesa and Steve Serby of the NY Post break down the Giants' and Jets' NFL Draft options. Plus, thoughts on the Mets, Yankees, Knicks v Pistons, and Juan Soto.
Mike Francesa welcomes NBA analyst Brian Geltzeiler to break down the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Knicks will face the Pistons.
Mike Francesa reacts following Juan Soto's comments about his slow start for the NY Mets. Is the Mets' centerpiece player feeling the pressure from his gigantic contract? Also, thoughts on how golf suffers from the lack of a true superstar.
